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BIOL 23100: Biology III: Cell Structure and Function
School: Purdue University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 58
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Monomers & Polymers: Decoding the Basics with Nucleotides and Nucleic
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Explore the relationship between monomers and polymers, focusing on nucleic acids and their building blocks. This video clarifies the distinctions between various biological molecules and their basic units, emphasizing the critical role of nucleotides in nucleic acids.
Endotherms vs. Ectotherms: How Animals Regulate Their Body Temperature
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Discover the science behind thermoregulation, focusing on endotherms and ectotherms. Understand how internal metabolic processes distinguish endotherms, while ectotherms rely on environmental factors. Highlighting the adaptations each group has evolved to thrive in their habitats.
How Muscle Insertion and Origin Influence Action and Other Factors
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Unlock the secrets of muscle anatomy to answer questions about a muscle's function and characteristics. Learn how the location of a muscle's insertion and origin impacts its action name and force of contraction. Enhance your knowledge about the human body's intricate mechanisms
Understanding Spirillum: Differentiating from Spirochetes in Bacterial
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Explore the world of Spirillum bacteria, their spiral shape, and their distinct features. Contrast them with Spirochetes, highlighting differences in flagella and structure. Understand key characteristics that set Spirillum apart from other bacteria.
Pharyngeal Slits: The Feeding Marvel in Lancelets and Tunicates
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Explore the vital roles of pharyngeal slits in lancelets and tunicates. Learn how these clefts aid in filter-feeding, capturing food particles, and evolve through different life stages.
Decoding Histones: How They Organize & Interact with DNA in Our Cells
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Unravel the intricate relationship between histones and DNA. Learn how histones maintain DNA structure within the cell nucleus and understand the significance of charge attractions in DNA-histone binding.